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Personal Care SOFW | A Sustainable and Highperformance Solution for Eco-conscious Formulations june, 2025

Read deeply our latest article published in SOFW MAGAZINE Issue 06/2025 to discover how DANOX SLL stands out as a sustainable and high-performance solution for today’s eco-conscious formulations. In response to growing consumer awareness regarding health and environmental impact, Kao Chemicals continues its commitment to delivering ingredients that balance efficiency, mildness and sustainability.

In this article, we explore how DANOX SLL, an optimised and patented blend of a semi-solid anionic and two amphoteric surfactants, enables cold-process formulations

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Personal Care PCM | Integrating sustainability and functionality march, 2025

Discover our latest article in PERSONAL CARE MAGAZINE, issue 3/2024! 

As the cosmetic industry moves towards sustainability, a new non-ionic surfactant is setting new standards by combining eco-friendly innovation with enhanced efficacy. In this article, we explore how responsible sourcing, optimized production methods, and bio-based raw materials contribute to reducing environmental impact while maintaining high-performance benefits.

Learn more about the re-designed ethoxylated glycerides and the innovative approach behind EMANON EV-E BIO, a multifunctional ingredient that enhances foam properties while lowering carbon footprint.

Check more details of EMANON EV-E BIO

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Mineral Flotation Mineraçao & Sostenibilidade | Innovative flotation collectors from Kao to meet new sustainability demands september, 2024

Check out our latest publication on how the mining industry is pivoting towards sustainability. Learn about Kao’s new COLMIN collectors, designed to improve iron flotation by reducing SiO2, enhancing selectivity, and lowering the carbon footprint—all in line with our ESG commitments. Discover how these innovative solutions can optimize ore quality while supporting a more sustainable future.

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Industrial Fluids & Lubricants TLT | Fundamentals of surfactants for metal cleaning applications july, 2024

Have a look to our latest publication in TLT Magazine to find out more about the importance of surfactants, the basic function of surfactants in a cleaner solution and how the surfactants molecule's chemical structure influences how it works.

Surfactants play a pivotal role in metal cleaning applications due to their unique molecular structure and versatile properties. Understanding the classification and functional aspects of surfactants is essential for optimizing cleaning processes and achieving superior results.

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